Shakai - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Shakai is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakai is 278965. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Pynursla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakai
According to the 2011 Census, Shakai village had a total population of 18 people, including 12 males and 6 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.77%, with male literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Shakai
Shakai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shakai
Public transport in the Shakai is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Shakai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shakai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shakai
Where is Shakai located?
Shakai village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Shakai?
The pincode of Shakai is 793110.
What is the population of Shakai?
Shakai had a total population of 18, including 12 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Shakai?
Shakai had 3 households.